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Dermatome and fasciatome.
Carla Stecco1, Carmelo Pirri2, Caterina Fede1
1Department of Neuroscience, Institute of Human Anatomy, University of Padova, Italy.
Clinical Anatomy (New York, N.Y.)
|May 16, 2019
Summary
New research distinguishes between dermatomes and fasciatomes, highlighting the deep fascia
Area of Science:
- Anatomy
- Neuroscience
- Physiology
Background:
- The innervation of deep fascia is increasingly understood.
- Existing dermatome maps may require reevaluation based on new anatomical findings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To differentiate between dermatomes and fasciatomes.
- To propose a new anatomical framework based on nerve root stimulation and fascial organization.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on nerve root stimulation studies.
- Comparison of dermatomeric and myomeric maps.
- Analysis of fascial anatomy and its relationship to movement.
Main Results:
- A distinction is made between dermatomes (skin, hypodermis, superficial fascia) and fasciatomes (deep fascia).
- Dermatomes are linked to esteroception and localized pain when altered.
- Fasciatomes are linked to proprioception and radiating pain when altered, following fascial anatomy.
Conclusions:
- The concept of the fasciatome, representing deep fascial innervation, should be considered alongside the dermatome.
- Understanding fasciatomes offers new insights into pain perception and anatomical organization related to movement.
